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BYD Dolphin Dynamic review

Hatchback electric vehicle. 2023 model year. Priced at $38890.

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This is the product's overall performance score, based on key tests conducted by our industry experts in the CHOICE labs.

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Car body View more details.

EV's, just like any other car, come in sedan, hatch (sometimes referred to as a wagon), SUV and van varieties.

Hatchback
CHOICE Expert Rating View more details.

Weightings for this overall score are based on our scores for range (50%), fast charge (20%), running cost (20%) and battery warranty (10%). Look at individual ratings dependent on what's most important to you.

Range score View more details.

This is based on the real-world range where available, or where it can be derived from the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) or New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) range.

Fast charge score View more details.

This score is based on the Fastcharge Time with a 50kW charger.

Running cost score View more details.

This is based on the cost to run the car (real-world vehicle efficiency and an electricity cost of 40c/kWh) over 14,000km per year.

Battery warranty score View more details.

This is based on the claimed length (in years) of manufacturer battery warranty.

Vehicle efficiency score View more details.

This score is based on battery usage, measured in Wh/km (like litres/km in regular non-electric vehicles). It takes into account the usable battery capacity and real-world range of the EV.

Real-world range (km) View more details.

This is based on feedback from people who own the car, or where that wasn't available (for instance, newer models), the data was derived from official figures about range. Measured in kilometres.

Real-world efficiency (Wh/km) View more details.

This refers to battery usage in an EV, measured in watt-hours per kilometre (like litres per kilometre for regular petrol vehicles). It's based on the usable battery capacity and the real-world range of the EV.

Cost to run per year View more details.

This amount is based on EV efficiency over 14,000km in a year, at an electricity rate of 40 cents per kilowatt.

Australian fast charge time 20-80% (min) View more details.

This refers to how many minutes it takes the EV battery to be fast-charged from 20% to 80% in Australia. It's determined by carloop based on the company's real-world customer charging dataset collected via in-house Australian owner surveys and carloop's anonymised social media dataset.

Price View more details.

The manufacturer's recommended retail price at the time of data collection.

$38890
NSW on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for New South Wales. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

Vic on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for Victoria. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

Qld on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for Queensland. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

ACT on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for the Australian Capital Territory. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

SA on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for South Australia. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

Tas on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for Tasmania. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

WA on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for Western Australia. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

NT on-road costs View more details.

The local on-road costs for the Northern Territory. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

Model year View more details.

The data in this table is based on the model year, and this can change marginally year on year.

2023
Estimated delivery time View more details.

Electric vehicles are high in demand, so lead time from time of ordering is predicted by carloop based on various market indicators and real-world customer feedback. Hyundai Ioniq are sold in 'drops' and availability comes intermittently, so buyers need to stay up to date.

1-2 months
Model warranty (years or km) View more details.

Claimed car warranty from the manufacturer, based on number of years or kilometres (whichever comes first).

6 year/150,000 km
Battery warranty (years or km) View more details.

Claimed battery warranty from the manufacturer, based on years or kilometres (whichever comes first).

8 year/160,000 km
Number of seats
5
Number of doors View more details.

Number of doors a passenger can directly take a seat from.

4
Range WLTP (km) View more details.

Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) range: Vehicles tested under this method are provided in kilometres, where available. It's commonly used in Australia and Europe today as it indicates a more realistic range compared to New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) ranges.

Claimed efficiency (Wh/km) View more details.

The claimed efficiency of the EV, as measured by the manufacturer in watt-hours per kilometre.

Total battery capacity (kWh) View more details.

The total (nominal) battery capacity of the EV, measured in kilowatt hours.

Usable battery capacity (kWh) View more details.

The usable battery capacity of the EV, measured in kilowatt hours. This is the amount of energy the car can actually draw from the battery while on the move; the remainder is reserved for maintaining battery health.

Charge power (kW) View more details.

The AC charging speed limit of the EV onboard charger, measured in kilowatts. Provided where available.

AC charge times 10-100% (hours) View more details.

The time it takes to AC charge the EV from 10% to 100%, measured in hours.

Fast charge time 10-80% (min) View more details.

This refers to how many minutes it takes the EV battery to be fast-charged from 10% to 80% on a DC rapid charger.

Braked towing capacity (kg) View more details.

This refers to the maximum weight (in kilograms) that your vehicle can tow if your trailer has its own brakes. Provided where available.

No Towing
Unbraked towing capacity (kg) View more details.

This refers to the maximum weight (in kilograms) that your vehicle can tow if your trailer has no brakes. Provided where available.

No Towing
Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) View more details.

V2G is the vehicle-to-grid capability of the EV, which allows the EV battery to be used to supply power to the grid in case of low power available in the grid.

Vehicle-to-home (V2H) View more details.

V2H is the vehicle-to-home capability of the EV, which allows the EV battery to be used to power your home in case of emergency.

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) View more details.

V2L is vehicle-to-load capability of the EV, which allows the EV battery to be used to power tools, fridges or campsites when on the road.

ANCAP rating View more details.

The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) safety rating in stars, provided where available. "Not tested" means an EV is yet to be tested.

Not Tested
Euro NCAP rating View more details.

The European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) safety rating in stars, provided where available. "Not tested" means an EV is yet to be tested, while "N/A" means ANCAP has provided a rating.

5
Top speed (km/h) View more details.

The top speed of the EV in kilometres per hour. Provided where available.

150
Acceleration 0-100 (km/h, sec) View more details.

The acceleration of the EV in seconds from 0–100km per hour. Provided where available.

12
Torque (Nm) View more details.

The torque of the EV motor(s), measured in Newton-metres. Provided where available.

180
Power (kW) View more details.

The power of the EV motor(s), measured in kilowatts. Provided where available.

70
Length (mm) View more details.

The length of the car, measured in millimetres.

4290
Width (mm) View more details.

The width of the car, measured in millimetres.

1770
Height (mm) View more details.

The height of the car, measured in millimetres.

1570
Cargo volume with seats up (L) View more details.

The volume of the cargo area with the seats up, measured in litres.

345
Cargo volume with seats down (L) View more details.

The volume of the cargo area with the seats down, measured in litres.

1310
Kerb weight (kg) View more details.

The mass (in kilograms) of the unoccupied and unladen EV. Provided where available.

Gross vehicle mass (kg) View more details.

The total maximum weight (in kilograms) that can be carried by the EV, including passengers and cargo. Provided where available.

Not Available
Ground clearance (mm) View more details.

Minimum distance in millimetres from the ground to the underside of the EV. Provided where available.

120
Country of origin View more details.

Where the car manufacturer claims the car was assembled.

China
NSW subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in New South Wales prior to 1 January 2024. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

Vic subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Victoria, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

Qld subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Queensland, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

ACT subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in the Australian Capital Territory, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

SA subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in South Australia, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

Tas subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Tasmania, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

WA subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Western Australia, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

NT subsidy eligible View more details.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in the Northern Territory, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

Australian release forecast 2024 View more details.

The amount of electric vehicles expected to be delivered to Australia in 2024, based on EV uptake factors like model production and exports to Australia, shipping availability and restrictions, market demand and more.

Australian release forecast 2025 View more details.

The amount of electric vehicles expected to be delivered to Australia in 2025, based on EV uptake factors like model production and exports to Australia, shipping availability and restrictions, market demand and more.

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